Duke McCloud, born in 2019, gained prominence for his role as Milo Irvine, the son of Sarah Snook's character Marissa, in Peacock's 2025 miniseries "All Her Fault". The young actor has also appeared in "Kinda Pregnant" as Connor and the 2025 short film "Benny's Second Birthday". His 11-year-old brother, Dash McCloud, has also appeared in films such as "Venom: The Last Dance", "Old Dads", and "Candy".
At the Golden Globe Awards 2026 on 11/1 (Los Angeles time), Duke drew cameras in a tailored blue vest, paired with leather shoes, a pocket square, and a studded lapel pin. Parade magazine noted his dapper appearance and charming demeanor. Duke also garnered significant attention by striking a "6 7" pose, a hand gesture performed by moving the hand up and down in front of the chest, commonly seen in youth social media videos.
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Duke McCloud shared that he tried several outfits before settling on the blue vest, along with matching jewelry and a pocket square. He also recalled his experience working with actress Sarah Snook. "The person I most wanted to meet at the event was Sarah Snook. She's very kind and often plays with me," Duke stated.
On social media platforms, videos of the young actor at the Golden Globes garnered hundreds of thousands of views. Many viewers praised his endearing nature and confident presence. On YouTube, one account wrote: "The boy was one of the most memorable guests of the awards night."
"All Her Fault" is a thriller and detective series, adapted from Andrea Mara's novel. The plot centers on the disappearance of young Milo after school. The series features Sarah Snook, Jake Lacy, Dakota Fanning, Sophie Lillis, and Abby Elliott. Sarah Snook's performance earned her a nomination for outstanding lead actress in a limited series.
According to NBC, Duke was just four years old during filming, demonstrating remarkable poise in adapting to a professional work environment. Reviewers on the film rating website IMDb noted that Duke's charm in the initial episodes contributed to the show's appeal.
On her personal Instagram, Heather Mattheisen, Duke's mother, regularly shares glimpses into her son's daily life. In many posts, she stated that despite Duke's early entry into entertainment, the family prioritizes protecting his childhood, safety, and mental well-being.
Duke's mother wrote: "There are moments, such as when he unexpectedly gained attention after his first Golden Globe appearance, when I can't help but worry because things are beyond what we anticipated. But our family remains steadfast; our children are always loved and protected. Dare to dream, because mom and family will always be by your side."
By Cat Tien (via Elle, ET)
